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What attracts homebuyers to Hollywood
Life in Lexington ’s Hollywood neighborhood closely follows the rhythms of the University of Kentucky, which borders the community and offers quick access to jobs, education, healthcare and entertainment. Proximity to the university makes the neighborhood popular among students, faculty and Wildcats fans, but Hollywood’s walkability and highly rated schools broaden its appeal. Chevy Chase ’s locally owned shops and restaurants are nearby, as are parks like Woodland Park and The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky.
Hollywood offers convenience and relaxing living near the University of Kentucky.
Hollywood is ideal for afternoon walks.
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Smaller historic homes to the north, larger ones to the south
Cooper Drive bisects the neighborhood, and the homes on either side have different styles and characteristics. North of Cooper Drive features primarily early-1900s bungalows and midcentury ranch-style and Cape Cod homes. These sit close together on a grid of streets, with lots large enough for paved driveways leading to detached garages in the back. To the south of Cooper Drive, homes become larger and offer more luxury features. The Colonial Revival homes on streets like Eldemere Road or Summit Drive are often from the early- to mid-1900s. Farther south, you’ll find New Traditional homes built from the 1980s to today. Lots are also larger, and many properties on the south side of the neighborhood have backyard pools and attached garages.
Homes in Hollywood have spacious yards and driveways.
Older homes in Hollywood have been renovated to match today's design styles.
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How much homes typically cost in Hollywood
The median home sale price in Hollywood is in the upper $600,000s, above Lexington’s overall median and that of Ashland Park and Lansdowne Shadeland East, but below that of Chevy Chase. Homes north of Cooper Drive typically range from the lower $400,000s to the mid-$700,000s, while those to the south can range from around $1.2 million to $2.1 million.
Easy UK access attracts faculty, medical professionals and students
Hollywood borders the University of Kentucky campus, which is one of the biggest reasons people move here. You can get to wherever you need to go on campus within a mile, including UK’s hospital system. Bike-friendly roads, sidewalks and Lextran buses make it possible to get around without a car. According to Mina Mattone, a real estate agent with Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty who’s lived in the area for most of her life, “Lots of young university professionals live there, and a lot of parents have started buying their college-aged students houses there.” Chad Bowman, an area resident and broker with The Brokerage, adds that the area is also popular among medical professionals and faculty at Transylvania University, located about 2 miles away in Downtown Lexington.
Kids can attend highly rated Fayette County schools
The highly rated Fayette County Public Schools district serves the area, offering address-based enrollment and application-based magnet schools. Kids can start at Cassidy Elementary School and Morton Middle School, both of which get high ratings and are within walking distance for many in the neighborhood. Older kids can go to Henry Clay High School in Lakeview Estates. Nearby private schools include Christ the King School and the highly rated Sayre School downtown.
Morton Middle School is within walking distance.
Henry Clay High School gets high ratings.
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Bella's Cafe & Grille is an area favorite for lunch or an afternoon snack.
Walkable dining and local shopping near Chevy Chase Plaza
Much of Hollywood is within walking distance of Chevy Chase Plaza and the locally owned shops and restaurants along Euclid Avenue. Popular eateries here include:
Brevede Coffee Co., a coffee shop and bakery in a historic home
Bella Café & Grille, an upscale restaurant that serves creative takes on classic comfort food
Josie’s Restaurant, a popular breakfast spot that makes almost everything from scratch
Bourbon n’ Toulouse, a Cajun and Creole restaurant with a colorful atmosphere
The area is also full of salons and boutiques. For groceries, you can shop for everyday items at Kroger or pick up something special from shops like The Beer Trappe and Stuarto’s Olive Oil.
Nearby parks and entertainment at UK
There are several parks and recreational spaces nearby. “Hollywood isn't attached to the Arboretum, but they’re 1 to 2 miles away, so it's a really short drive or a nice walk to get there,” says Bowman. The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky, is a 100-acre green space where you can walk through several gardens highlighting the state’s native plants. Woodland Park is also nearby, offering a skate park, a swimming pool and a playground, and Ecton Park hosts events like the Big Band & Jazz concert series in July and August. There are also plenty of public events on UK’s campus, such as:
Football games at Kroger Field
Baseball games at Kentucky Proud Park
Concerts at Singletary Center for the Arts
Rotating art exhibitions at the University of Kentucky Art Museum
The Arboretum is a popular location for active residents.
The Arboretum is a 100-acre park that sees 200,000 visitors each year.
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Hollywood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hollywood, Lexington sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Hollywood, Lexington over the last 12 months is $719,900, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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